15 New Dating Terms You Must Know Today (and How to Avoid Being “Rizz-Robbed”)

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The dating terms are evolving so fast that it’s hard to keep up. You have just mastered terms like “Ghosting” or “Orbiting” and a whole new lingos in dating just brought up and you are lost again. We know there is dating fatigue Relax because we got your back with the trendy dating terminologies. By know you must know about “catfishing” the deceptive way of luring someone to you with a false image or identity. Think 75 year old using a 21 year old image and physique.

This article will decode all of the essential terms. This isn’t about sounding cool, it’s all for your peace, managing expectations and for seeking a true romantic connection. Let us explore so you don’t get Rizz-Robbed!

1.   Rizz-Robbed

It is an act of a unique charisma, seductive charm or Rizz that is often dismissed by the partner who feels threatened by it or they say, you make them feel insecure and jealous!

How to avoid it: Have a partner that celebrates your confidence and unique personality. If your partner is not comfortable with your confidence then it’s a huge red flag.

2.   Chatgbtfishing

Chatfishing is when someone is so fun, witty and charismatic over the text on social media or dating apps but at a real meetup they are a completely different awkward person. They use AI to generate witty charm or the like They are creating an illusion of this person over the chat or text.

How to spot or avoid it: Once you think you are both interested in talking further then try having a video calling. If they are avoiding it or the vibe has changed over the text them you might be chatfished. Or meet up with a group of friends to see if they are for real

3.   Chalance

Chalance is a combination of chance and romance. Its like a single fleeting moment with a strange romance that sparkles romance. It’s like something from the movies, an intense eye contact or a cute meet up over your favorite things.

How to find and acknowledge it: Be present in public and put that phone down. Look around, make eye contact and compliment. Thus, you are creating chances for romance or Chalance!

4.   Situationship

It is like a confusion of titles between the partners, “What are we?” They are constantly running in circles of this undefined relation and even in the conversation about it without having a definite Answer.

How to avoid it: Let’s say you are dating or going out with a partner for 3 to 4 months. You are dating without any defined relationship and the chances of progress are slim then consider walking away. Your needs in a romantic partner should be your priority.

5.   Glimmer

It’s the opposite of a trigger. When a partner is making you feel safe, listen to you without any judgement then it is Glimmer. It is like a gesture of genuine care that helps the relationship to have secure attachment..

How to acknowledge it: Start noticing the small gesture your partner does for you. Like, remember your favorite treat when sad, Holding your hand when anxious. These glimmers help you lay the foundation of a healthy relationship.

6.   Paperclipping

Papercliping is when your ex-partner just shows up or texts you randomly reminding you they exist. Their intentions are not to rekindle with you but just to annoy you by remembering the past.It is like breadcrumbing but from the past.

How to handle it: The best way to handle this is ignore them and do not engage. Keep documentation if they are texting or communicating online, just in case. Just focus on yourself and keep moving forward.

7.   Zombie-ing

It is like the worst version of Paperclipping. Your ex-partner is like clinging to you as a ghost and keeps reaching out after something without any reason. They are sweet and casual like nothing happened between you two.

How to handle it: It is better to avoid them or be cautious. Monitor their behavior and ask yourself if they have really changed and stand accountable for their past actions.

8.   Love-Bombing

It is not a new term but still very prevalent. Lovebombing is a manipulative tactic where a partner literally showers you with love, affection and gifts from the beginning of the relationship to create dependency. They use love to control the overall dynamic of the relationship.

How to avoid it: As a dating expert, a true connection needs time to build. It’s like accepting each other, good or bad slowly. But if the true connection happens in a week, it’s probably trouble!

9.   Orbiting

When after a break up they are orbiting you. They are often liking your pictures or stories on social media, giving you clues without any direct contact. They are at a safe distance but a constant reminder of past relationships.

How to Handle it: We suggest blocking, restricting or muting them over social media. It’s like they are watching you all the time and you really do not need such audience when moving forward.

10.                Wokefishing

If the person has a woke view over everything but upon engagement they are conservative then you are wokefished. They might seem compatible by acknowledging your reviews but later it will be a hustle.

How to avoid it: Note the inconsistencies in their words and actions. Always have an open-ended conversation so you can catch them off-guard.

11.                Benching

Benching is like keeping a person as a second option for your relationship. They are not actively dating but are not cutting ties either. It’s like waiting on the bench waiting for your turn to play!

How to handle it: Honestly it is the worst being a replacement. You are your own life, your own spotlight then why settle for someone else’s spot.

12.                 Haunting

They literally ghosted you, left you without saying anything, explaining anything. But now they appear as ghosts and haunt you all over social media. They do not engage but this silent presence is a remainder of their existence in your social life.

How to handle it: Simply block them from social media.

13.                Pocketing

If your partner is hiding you from his family and friends, avoiding introducing you then “Pocketing” is what is happening to you.

How to handle it: Sit down and ask why they are hiding you from everyone close to them? Are they ashamed of you? Why are they hesitant? Tell them how you two should respect and honor each other’s presence.

14.                Slow Fade

If a partner is slowly pulling away from the relationship by reducing communication and meet-ups then they slowly fade. It is like a coward’s break up.

How to handle it: It’s better to call out such behavior and ask what they really want. Otherwise just say your goodbyes and move on.

15.                Kittenfishing

It is like low-level catfishing. A person is exaggerating their personality over text or social media. Like filtered pictures that make them look more attractive, listing hobbies that interest you. In short, they are trying to impress using the power of misrepresenting.

How to avoid it: People want authenticity when it comes to dating. Just be yourself! And if you are being kittenfished then tell them try being genuinely themselves for one.